The floor is a perfect choice for ecological new builds using natural materials such as straw, wood because of the unique way in which it deals with moisture. The flexural qualities of the floor are also advantageous in these circumstances.

It has therefore been chosen and used on private and commercial new builds in straw bale and earth as well as other modern breathing wall systems (see our Wall Systems brochure).

The recycled aggregate in the insulation layer offers excellent insulation as well as engineering qualities.

Recycled aggregates can also be used in the screed (Glasscrete™ Screed).

Finally, it is recyclable at the end of its useful life - the construction industry is responsible for contributing some 70 million tonnes of waste to landfill annually in this country, it is therefore important to consider what will eventually happen to the building materials we choose to use today.

meeting individual requirements

We have invested heavily in researching and developing this flooring system to ensure that we are able to provide the best materials and support for your specific situation. Our technical team will provide a tailor designed floor to ensure that you get the best performance for your building and meet Building Regulations* if required. All you have to do is complete our quote form.

Factors that influence the design include:

• wall thickness and construction type
• floor area and perimeter length
• substrate type
• groundwater pressure
• radon protection (permeable membranes do not offer radon protection)
• intended use
• budget

*In certain circumstances Part L Regulations do not apply to listed building works, please discuss this with the Conservation Officer in your Local Planning Authority.

The flooring components have all been tested using British Standards - please call if you require any specific information.

underfloor heating

The flooring system can be combined with wet or electrical underfloor heating systems, we will need to know if underfloor heating is being incorporated as part of our calculations and you will need to discuss the floor with your heating supplier, please note – some suppliers may be cautious of the idea but please refer to us as we have a comprehensive list of contacts and examples.

installation

No special skills are required for installing the limecrete flooring system, it is not unlike laying a conventional cement-based concrete floor; any builders with experience in laying floors should be willing and able to do it. For larger floors, we have a range of mixers and silos available for hire to speed up the mixing process.

Installation instructions are supplied with the flooring components as well as full telephone support.

Site visits can be arranged if required although this item is chargeable.

“Thanks for your help in organising the materials. I'm very satisfied with the results of the floors they were much easier than I thought to lay - and much cheaper than all the quotes I got from other people.”

DEL, MILTON KEYNES, OCTOBER 2006.

The full range of products are available for purchase online from our website: www.lime.org.uk

The information contained on this site is also available for download as a pdf document - Download it here

We can do a floor makeup calculation form for you - see the purchase page

Calch Ty-Mawr Lime, Llangasty, Brecon, Powys LD3 7PJ

Tel: 01874 658000 Fax: 01874 658502 • email tymawr@lime.org.uk